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On a morning at Masai Mara, we spotted a Lion Pride, while the sun began rising magnificently and painting the sky with golden hues. Like a gift that was waiting to be received, the lion gave me a perfect morning stretch with a big yawn. Like a ball of light that carefully passed through the edges of the lion’s body, the nature perfectly outlined the stretch with the rim light. As I observed this beautiful moment, I realised that there can never be a better artist than Nature !

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The light outlining this big cat having a yawn makes a comical moment come to life in such a dramatic way. I'm laughing but also in awe of the gorgeous golden light! Nice!